I'm a Former Horse Girl Turned Shopping Writer, and This Is How I'm Wearing Fall's Equestrian Fashion Trend

"If you've been on the internet recently, you've probably seen that the horse girl is having a moment in the saddle. The archetype, which refers to anyone deliriously in love with horses, has found renewed fervor among people who are nostalgic for a certain kind of life, one full of possibility and unbridled joy."

"I, for one, spent much of my childhood enchanted by horses: my shelves were lined with books such as Black Beauty and Misty of Chincoteague, plus handbooks like Colin Vogel's The Complete Horse Manual; I watched and rewatched Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron; and when I played make-believe, I was a horse if I wasn't pretending to ride one. (My horse alter ego was Cinnamon, undoubtedly inspired by Diamond, the chestnut-colored retired racehorse on which I learned how to ride.) Suffice it to say: I'm giddy about fall's equestrian trend as a chance to channel big horse girl energy."

"Fortunately, you don't need to have a horse to indulge in the aesthetic-only pieces that look the part. Ahead, I've wrangled equestrian-inspired jackets, tops, pants, and accessories that will carry you through the season-and they'll be surprisingly easy to slot into your travel wardrobe. Chosen from my go-to brands, including Everlane, Madewell, and Sézane, these items are perfect for layering and, just as importantly, comfortable. Best of all? You won't have to pony up a considerable amount of money. Here are my 10 picks, starting at $11."

The horse-girl archetype denotes people deliriously in love with horses and has regained popularity among those nostalgic for a life of possibility and unbridled joy. Childhood fascination with horses often includes books, films, and imaginative play that foster enduring affection for equestrian culture. Equestrian-inspired clothing and accessories enable adoption of the aesthetic without horse ownership, offering practical, layerable, and comfortable options. Curated selections from brands such as Everlane, Madewell, and Sézane emphasize affordability and travel-friendly versatility. The Levi's cotton barn jacket exemplifies the trend's utilitarian roots, multiple pockets, and protective, rugged functionality.

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